Palnar
Palnar is a village located in Kuakonda tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kuwakonda (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Palnar village is also a gram panchayat.
Palnar has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palnar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palnar is 450279. The village spans a total geographical area of 1548.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494552. Kirandul is nearest town to Palnar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palnar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palnar
Population of Palnar
Below is a concise population overview of Palnar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,961 | 943 | 1,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 127 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,608 | 735 | 873 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 379 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,362 | 564 | 798 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palnar village:
- The total population of Palnar village is around 1,961, including approximately 943 males and 1,018 females, with a sex ratio of 1079 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 277 children aged 0–6 years in Palnar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palnar village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,608 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palnar village is about 30.55%, with male literacy at 40.19% and female literacy at 21.61%.
- There are around 432 households in Palnar village.
Connectivity of Palnar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palnar. As per the 2011 stats, Palnar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palnar
Knowing the nearby villages of Palnar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palnar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palnar
- Where is Palnar located?
- Palnar village is situated in Kuakonda Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palnar?
- Palnar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palnar?
- The pincode of Palnar is 494552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palnar is 1,961, with 943 males and 1,018 females.
- How many households are there in Palnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palnar village has a total of 432 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palnar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palnar is 30.55%. The male literacy rate is 40.19%, while the female literacy rate is 21.61%.